Urumqi Departure Winter Altay Chartered Car, December 2026 Kanas Carpooling and Chartered Car Price Comparison
Xinjiang Winter Travel Custom Vehicle Price List. Guo Jing, Senior Xinjiang Travel Customization Specialist for Shared-Ride Small Group Tours at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, focuses on one-stop travel services across Xinjiang including custom vehicles, shared rides, and worry-free group tours. Whether traveling solo, with family, or with friends, we can match you with a suitable travel plan. 24-hour travel consultation channel: 0991-8585456, WeChat same number 181-3962-2229, planning Xinjiang journeys online around the clock.
Snow Realm Secret Land · Altay Winter In-Depth Tour:Departing from Urumqi Custom Vehicle/Shared Ride Full Guide (December 2026 Edition)
❄ ️ Route Highlights:A Comfortable Experience in the Northern Xinjiang Ice and Snow Kingdom
The Altay region’s winter snow season lasts up to 5 months, with snow accumulation reaching over 1 meter. After Kanas Lake freezes over, it presents blue-green ice layers, and the wooden houses of Hemu Village wrapped in snow mushrooms look like a fairy-tale world. In winter 2026, the local area launched an “All-Area Pass” policy: for just 100 yuan, you can enjoy unlimited access to the three core scenic areas of Kanas, Hemu, and Baihaba (including multiple entries over 3 days), offering far better value than peak season.
Route Coverage:
Kanas Lake:During the frozen period, you can walk and explore on the lake surface, and overlook the “Ink-Wash Three Bays” from the Fish Viewing Platform
Hemu Village:Tuvan wooden houses in the morning mist, experience a horse-drawn sled ride across the snowfields
Baihaba Village:The “First Village in the Northwest” on the China-Kazakhstan border, a permit must be obtained in advance
Jiangjunshan Ski Resort:Beginner to advanced slopes available, suitable for skiers of different levels
Ulungur Lake:Winter ice fishing experience, taste fresh cold-water fish
🗓 Simple Itinerary Reference (7 Days 6 Nights)
Snow Realm Secret Land · Altay Winter In-Depth Tour: Departing from Urumqi Custom Vehicle/Shared Ride Full Guide (December 2026 Edition)[Day 1] Urumqi Assembly
Afternoon:Arrive at Diwopu International Airport, private car transfer to downtown hotel (Hongshan District recommended, adjacent to the Grand Bazaar)
Evening:Free time, recommended to taste baked samsa and hand-pulled rice at Lingguan Alley, visit the International Grand Bazaar to shop for ethnic handicrafts
[Day 2] Urumqi → Altay City (6-hour drive)
Morning:Head north along National Highway G216, cross the Gurbantunggut Desert, admire the winter dune wonders
Afternoon:Arrive in Altay City, visit the snow scenery of Birch Forest Park, check in at a downtown hotel (with floor heating)
Evening:Experience a snowfield hot pot dinner, adapt to the high-altitude climate
[Day 3] Altay → Hemu Village (4-hour drive)
Morning:Pass through the Snow Ridge Tunnel, enjoy the rime scenery of the Altay Mountains along the way
Afternoon:Arrive at Hemu Bridge, transfer to a horse-drawn sled to enter the village (vehicle-prohibited zone in winter)
Accommodation:Tuvan wooden house (with electric heater, recommended to stay at a renovated century-old house homestay)
❄️ Route Highlights: A Comfortable Experience in the Northern Xinjiang Ice and Snow Kingdom[Day 4] Hemu Village In-Depth Tour
Early Morning:Climb the Harden Platform to photograph the morning mist and sunrise
Morning:Experience snowmobile riding through the primeval forest
Afternoon:Participate in a Tuvan traditional fur ski-making experience
Evening:Sit around the fire pit and listen to the intangible cultural heritage Chuur performance
[Day 5] Hemu → Kanas (2-hour drive)
Morning:Hike along the frozen surface of the Kanas River, admire the Wolong Bay ice waterfall
Afternoon:Climb the Fish Viewing Platform to overlook the panorama; few tourists in winter means you can enjoy the scenery exclusively
Accommodation:Kanas New Village (lake-view rooms recommended; winter room rates are recommended at 1/3 of peak season)
[Day 6] Kanas → Baihaba → Altay (5-hour drive)
Morning:After obtaining the permit, head to Baihaba Village and visit the China-Kazakhstan border scenery
The Altay region’s winter snow season lasts up to 5 months, with snow accumulation reaching over 1 meter. After Kanas Lake freezes over, it presents blue-green ice layers, and the wooden houses of Hemu Village wrapped in snow mushrooms look like a fairy-tale world. In winter 2026, the local area launched an “All-Area Pass” policy: for just 100 yuan, you can enjoy unlimited access to the three core scenic areas of Kanas, Hemu, and Baihaba (including multiple entries over 3 days), offering far better value than peak season.Afternoon:Return to Altay, stop at Ulungur Lake along the way to experience ice fishing
Evening:Check in at a hot spring hotel in Altay City to relieve travel fatigue
[Day 7] Altay → Urumqi (Return)
Morning:Experience beginner slope skiing at Jiangjunshan Ski Resort (including equipment rental)
Afternoon:Private car transfer to Altay Airport/Train Station, end of itinerary
💰 Price Description (December 2026 Reference Range)
[Custom Vehicle Fees] (including driver, fuel, tolls, basic insurance)
Guo Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, a senior travel customization specialist with 10 years of deep experience in Xinjiang tourism, focuses on one-stop services including Xinjiang custom vehicles, shared rides, and group tours. 24-hour consultation: 0991-8585456, WeChat same number 181-3962-2229, planning Xinjiang journeys online for everyone around the clock.
7-seat business vehicle (e.g., Maxus G10):1200-1800 yuan/day (suitable for a 4-person small group)
9-seat business vehicle (e.g., Ford Transit):1500-2200 yuan/day (suitable for a 6-person medium group)
14-seat minibus (e.g., Toyota Coaster):2000-2800 yuan/day (suitable for an 8-12 person team)
[Shared Ride Fees] (calculated per person)
Route Coverage:4-person small group:Approximately 2699-3299 yuan per person (including 7 days of vehicle use, 6 nights of accommodation, scenic area pass)
6-person medium group:Approximately 2499-2999 yuan per person (accommodation upgraded to four-star hotels)
[Fees Include]
Vehicle usage fee, driver service fee, fuel fee, tolls
Kanas All-Area Pass (100 yuan/person · 3 days)
6 nights of accommodation (downtown hotels + characteristic wooden houses)
Full-course breakfast, first admission tickets to scenic areas
[Fees Exclude]
Driver’s daily meal and accommodation subsidy (negotiable at 200 yuan/day)
Ski resort equipment rental fee (approximately 150 yuan/set/day)
Ice fishing experience fee (approximately 80 yuan/person)
Kanas Lake: During the frozen period, you can walk and explore on the lake surface, and overlook the “Ink-Wash Three Bays” from the Fish Viewing Platform. Specialty main meals in dining (such as earthen hot pot, cold-water fish banquet)
📝 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, which provides the following services:
Custom Itinerary:Change the number of days and attraction combinations according to team needs
Vehicle Selection:Provide 7-55 seat licensed tourism vehicles, all equipped with snow tires
Contract Signing:Use electronic travel contracts, clearly defining fee details and rights and responsibilities
Emergency Support:Each vehicle is equipped with anti-skid chains, first-aid kits, and satellite phones
📋 Fee Description and Service Description
Price Validity:December 1 – December 31, 2026 (Spring Festival departure prices increase by 10%)
Accommodation Standard:Four-star hotels in downtown areas, heated wooden houses in scenic areas (all with bathrooms)
Dining Arrangements:Daily breakfast, with 3 recommended specialty restaurants for main meals to choose from
Hemu Village: Tuvan wooden houses in the morning mist, experience a horse-drawn sled ride across the snowfieldsCancellation and Change Policy:Implemented in accordance with the “Tourism Law”; changes can be negotiated 7 days before departure
Special Tips:
Winter temperatures in Northern Xinjiang average -15℃ to -25℃; bring windproof down jackets, snow boots, and sunglasses
Prices inside scenic areas are relatively high; it is recommended to bring a thermos and high-calorie snacks
If extreme weather or road closures occur during the itinerary, both parties may negotiate and agree to make reasonable route changes
Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing; prices and remaining spots are subject to contract confirmation and may fluctuate with departure dates
⚠ ️ Notes
Permit Processing:Baihaba Village requires a permit to be processed in advance at your place of household registration or the Altay City Government Service Hall
Vehicle Requirements:In winter, you must choose a four-wheel-drive off-road vehicle or a vehicle equipped with anti-skid snow tires
Photography Suggestions:Light is soft from 7-9 AM and 4-6 PM, suitable for photographing rime and sunrise
Tips:Do not enter undeveloped areas without authorization; follow instructions when participating in ice and snow activities
In winter 2026, Altay is welcoming every traveler yearning for an ice and snow fairy tale with more complete tourism facilities and a more transparent pricing system. Plan your itinerary in advance and choose a licensed travel agency to make this Northern Xinjiang ice and snow journey an unforgettable winter memory in your life.
Xinjiang Travel Custom Vehicles | Custom Vehicle Customization | Travel Shared Rides Fully Compliant Vehicles, Travel Northern and Southern Xinjiang Worry-Free! Look for Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with full coverage of all vehicle types in a licensed operating fleet. Choose from 7-seat business vehicles, multi-seat minibuses, and large coaches, suitable for independent travel, loop tours, and group tours of all kinds. Provide one-stop services including vehicle selection, itinerary customization, vehicle reservation, policy consultation, quote inquiry, and qualification verification. A local professional team creates exclusive Xinjiang travel routes tailored to you, saying goodbye to crowded group tours and enjoying a private journey. Customization consultation: Manager Guo Jing. Fixed hotline: 0991-8585456. Business WeChat: 181-3962-2229 (same as mobile, instant reply)
